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Charles E. Gardner Sr., 82


WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — Charles "Chuck" E. Gardner Sr., 82, a lifelong resident of Williamstown, died Tuesday, July 19, 2016, at Berkshire Medical Center.



He was born in Williamstown on August 10, 1933, a son of the late Sidney and Ethel (Schaffner) Gardner. He attended school in Williamstown. He served in the United States Army from 1953 to 1955. He was employed at the former A&P supermarkets in Williamstown and North Adams and later was owner and operator of a private distribution company for 7up, Nehi and Royal Crown. From 1969 to 1995, Mr. Gardner was a security officer for Williams College; after retirement he drove a bus for Dufour Inc. for many years.



Chuck was very active member of the Williamstown community. He served on the Williamstown Volunteer Fire department and was a member of the Gale Hose Co. He was a member of the Williamstown American Legion and attended the Second Congregational Church. He was a member the Williams Lodge of Masons and the Melha Shiners, having served three times as president of the Berkshire Shrine Club. He enjoyed spending time with his family going camping.



Survivors include his wife, Rita (Jones) Gardner, whom he married September 29, 1956; two sons, Charles "Chip" Gardner Jr. and his significant other Lisa Armstrong  and her daughter Kayla of North Adams and Mark Gardner and his wife Lois and her daughter and son-in-law Kendra and Arthur Holland of Pittsfield; his grandson Joshua Parent, his wife Jamie and their children Lily and Alexandra of Hoosick falls, N.Y.; longtime friends Tina and Chanel Parent and their daughter Katalin of Pownal, Vt.; and several nieces and nephews.



He was predeceased by a brother, Sidney Gardner Jr.; and a sister, Clista Roberts.



Funeral notice: Funeral services will take place Friday, July 22, 2016, at 10 a.m. at the Flynn & Dagnoli-Montagna Home for Funerals, West Chapels, 521 West Main St., North Adams. Burial will follow with military honors in Eastlawn Cemetery, Williamstown.



Calling hours are Thursday, July 21, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested for Shriners Hospital for Children through the funeral home.




Recollections & Sympathy For the Family
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I am so sorry for your loss.
from: Brenda (Serrano)Greenlawon: 07-21-2016

Rita So sorry, You are in my thoughts and prayers.
from: mary anne moonon: 07-21-2016

Rita, so very sorry for your loss. Hope you can find comfort knowing that Chuck is at peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
from: Mike & Judy Uryniakon: 07-21-2016

Rita, Thinking of you and your family during this sad time. Sorry to hear about your loss; Chuck will be missed.
from: J. Thorndikeon: 07-20-2016

Rita, Chuck Jr. and Mark
Our sincerest sympathy to you in the loss of Mr. Gardner. You are in our hearts and prayers.
from: Dave and Brenda Wilsonon: 07-20-2016

Rita we are both so sorry for your loss. You'll be in our prayers.
from: Bob & Barb Whiteon: 07-20-2016

Sorry for your loss Rita. Prayers and condolences to you and your familyGf
from: Cela Holmeson: 07-20-2016

Rita and Family. Our sympathy goes out to you and your family. Wonderful man he will be miss
from: Ron and Elaine Stanton: 07-20-2016

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